National Museum of African American History and Culture draws viral attention

The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture opened on the National Mall in September 2016 and immediately attracted large crowds and long lines that were widely photographed and shared online. Its exhibitions and objects, including cultural and historical artifacts, have generated substantial media coverage and social-media posts. The museum's distinctive three-tiered design and crowded exterior entry scenes are frequently used in viral tourism and news imagery.